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Ingredients

AMOXICILLIN 500mg

How do I take/use this medicine?

Take Amoxicillin exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor.

Take Amoxicillin at regular intervals as instructed. Do not skip any doses. Continue to take it even when you feel better. You must complete the entire course of antibiotic. If you don't, the infection will not clear completely.

It is best to take Amoxicillin with or after a meal. This will help improve the absorption and minimise any gastric discomfort that might occur.

If you have been given capsules, swallow them whole with plenty of water.

If you have been give an oral suspension, shake it well before use to ensure that the liquid is evenly mixed. Use the measuring spoon or cup provided to measure your dose.

What should I take note of while using/taking this medicine?

Inform your doctor if you have kidney or bowel disease, especially colitis (inflammation of the colon).

Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

When should I not use this medicine?

Alert your doctor if you have a history of allergic reactions (rashes, breathlessness, swollen mouth or eyes) to similar antibiotics such as ampicillin, cloxacillin, penicillin V, sultamicillin or any other penicillin antibiotics.

Alert your doctor if you are allergic to cephalosporin antibiotics such as cefaclor, cefalexin or cefuroxime. Cephalosporins are related to penicillins and if you are allergic to one, you may be allergic to the other too.

Are there any restrictions on the type of food I can take?

Avoid alcohol.

Why do I need this medicine?

Amoxicillin is an antibiotic. It is used to treat certain bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin or bladder.

Amoxicillin can also be used to prevent infection when you undergo certain dental procedures.

Amoxicillin is also used in combination with other medicines for gastric ulcers caused by a type of bacteria known as Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori).

Amoxicillin belongs to a group of antibiotics called the penicillins.

What side effects could I experience?

You may have diarrhoea, nausea, stomach discomfort and stomach wind while being treated with Amoxicillin. These side effects are usually mild and will get better with rest. If you have diarrhoea, drink lots of water to replace the fluids lost. However, if you have severe diarrhoea or diarrhoea with severe stomach cramps or bloody stools, alert your doctor.

If you develop rashes, breathlessness, swollen mouth or eyes, stop the medicine and inform your doctor quickly. These could be signs of an allergic reaction.

How should I store this medicine?

Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children.

Refrigerate the oral suspension (between 2-8Â°C) once you have mixed the powder with water. Do not freeze it otherwise it will become less effective. Throw away any unused portion after 14 days.

Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.

Can I take/use this with other medicines?

Alert your doctor if you are taking allopurinol, probenecid, methotrexate or warfarin.

Inform your doctor if you are taking birth-control pills that contain oestrogen. Amoxicillin may decrease the effectiveness of these pills. You may wish to discuss additional birth-control methods with your doctor or pharmacist.

Always inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal medicines and medicines that you buy without a prescription.